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Below is an instruction that describes a task, paired with an input that provides further context. Write a response that appropriately completes the request.

### Instruction:
Add an idiom or proverb to the sentence that encourages someone to quit a bad habit.

### Input:
I need to stop procrastinating.

### Response:
assistant
I need to stop procrastinating before it's too late - better to nip it in the bud.